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S539 RRJ

1998 Yamaha XV535

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

13,872 mi
Last recorded13,872 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV53513,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS539 RRJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV535
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 13,872 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 13,754 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 13,726 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 13,715 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 13,708 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 13,708 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 13,706 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 13,702 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 13,658 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 13,648 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 13,615 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 13,611 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 13,597 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 13,559 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 13,482 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 13,129 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 13,129 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 12,934 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 12,921 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 12,150 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV535?

Based on 57,304 MOT tests across 5,559 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
352
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
5,559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 785
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 408
reflector on motorcycle missing 344
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 324
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 324
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S539 RRJ is a 1998 Yamaha XV535 in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XV535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 13,607 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 785 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S539 RRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XV535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S539 RRJ registered?

S539 RRJ is a 1998 Yamaha XV535, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is S539 RRJ safe to buy?

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